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Progressive Processing (Dubuque, IA) - Team Trainer - 1st shift

Hormel Foods

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Compensation
$17.5–23.25/hr
Location
Dubuque, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Job overview

The Team Trainer supports production-floor training, onboarding, orientations, and HR access for team members at Hormel Foods’ Dubuque facility. The role helps managers with training initiatives, tracks new-hire progress, explains policies and resources, and provides translation between Spanish and English as needed. It also assists with HR documentation and receptionist and HR Technician coverage. Occasional second- or third-shift hours may be required.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Spanish and English TranslationMicrosoft OfficeCustom SoftwareOrganizational SkillsReliabilityConfidentialityProblem SolvingEmployment RegulationsLeadershipSelf-DirectionTime ManagementCommunicationAttention to DetailAccuracyWorking in Temperature Extremes

Qualifications

Associate's Degree or HR ExperienceAuthorized to Work in USNo Visa Sponsorship Required

Full job description

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct multiple daily production floor walks maintaining HR accessibility to all team members.

  • Support managers with training initiatives on the production floor and in classroom settings.

  • Welcome all new hires and guide them through onboarding, training, and their first weeks on the job.

  • Track new hire checklists, probationary reviews, and follow‑up touchpoints to ensure a smooth start.

  • Help all team members understand company policies, benefits, and procedures in a clear, caring way.

  • Translate (verbal and written) as needed to ensure every team member has a clear understanding of training, policies, and resources.

  • Demonstrate resourcefulness in quickly locating information and solutions to meet team member and manager needs.

  • Support new hire orientations - setting up, scheduling, translating, and conducting/presenting.

  • Assist with completing HR documentation while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

  • Provide coverage and support for receptionist and HR Technician.

  • All other duties as assigned.

Qualifications and requirements:

  • Ability to speak, read and translate Spanish and English.

  • Must be willing to work flexible schedules that can include 2nd and/or 3rd shift hours occasionally.

  • Minimum of an Associate’s degree preferred or equivalent in Human Resources related experience.

  • Experience with personal computers to include advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and/or custom software.

  • Demonstrated organizational skills and reliability.

  • Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality.

  • Ability to take initiative to solve problems and interpret employment regulations.

  • Strong leadership skills.

  • Self-motivated and self-directed. Ability to work successfully with minimal supervision.

  • Strong time management skills & ability to meet deadlines.

  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.

  • Focused attention to detail and accuracy.

  • Willingness to work in a cold environment (35 to 40 Degrees) and/or warm environment (85+ degrees).

  • Applicants must not now, or at any time in the future, require sponsorship for a work visa

  • Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer

Starting Wages: $17.50 to $23.25

Hormel Foods provides equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race; color; sex; gender identity; sexual orientation; religious practices and observances; national origin; pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; status as a protected veteran or spouse/family member of a protected veteran; or disability.

Requisition ID : 36366

Hormel Foods Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

How this job compares

Set against the 5,489 open Human Resources jobs on Olive Jobs, counted October 28, 2026.

Pay
  • This posting$17.5–23.25/hr
  • US median$22–28/hr713 hourly ranges

This range's midpoint, $20.38/hr, is 20% below the US median midpoint ($26/hr) — in the lowest quarter of Human Resources hourly ranges across the US.

Openings
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Education
1,560 of the 5,489 open Human Resources jobs (28%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.

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